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Hi I had my SAH in June 2008 and had a MRI scan in January 2009, then two weeks later had a letter asking me to go back for another! I found out it was because there were not enough images taken of right place. Two weeks later I had another scan and have just got the results which are ok and they tell me that I wont need another scan until June 2010. Good luck with your recovery hope its going well. I'm 52 and impatient! Take Care Caroline

Hi Jane I too had my SAH in June 2008, I had an MRI scan in January 2009, have just got the results back that said it was ok, complete occulsion of the anuerysm and they would arrange for a further scan in June 2010. Hope this helps Caroline

Am thinking of booking a holiday in the Canaries, good to read this about coils and airport scanners and how everyone has coped - thanks caroline

Hi Mo to this great site - welcome! pleased you are here with us Caroline

Hi Dawn Welcome to this brilliant site. Was going to chat to you earlier but you logged out, hope to chat soon. Sorry to hear about your problems, I was coiled in May 08 and am waiting for results of recent MRI scan. Hope you are recovering well. Caroline

No Karen I didnt have any paralysis at all. Think this is just something I've got to get used to!!

Has any one had weakness in their legs? Maybe its because I was always on the go and rushing about! but I have noticed that my legs feel weak and its a real effort sometimes. I have also heard it could be a mineral/vitamin deficency, have had blood tests but they were ok. Any advice? Thanks Caroline

I dont know what to say.....so sorry, my thoughts are with you at this really sad time. God Bless Caroline

Before I came out of hospital they did an assessment to see if I could make a cup of tea and also walk up and down stairs. When I came out my daughters took it in turns to stay with me for a couple of weeks, Jo said one day she was worried when she nipped out as to what she would find when she came back! but I was ok. Had to be reminded about turning off the cooker and things that were simple but I learnt them all again eventually. Did shopping on line as well. Much of the early days I dont really remember. caroline

I cant stand noise either, shopping centres are a nightmare! have to have the TV down as well. If too many people talking it sounds like they are shouting - really annoying. Have also developed tinnitus which doesnt help. Where abouts in Derbyshire are you? Caroline

I feel like you Joanne, tired, no energy and my legs feel like jelly! have got occupational health appt next week. Thats a good goal Anya, I too was quite fit pre SAH and will try to regain it again! I too am aiming for a new and different job and looking forward to it! Caroline

Fatigue is really bugging me! I sleep well at night but not during the day, I only have the energy to do basic jobs and no motivation for anything else. Has anyone tried herbal remedies? would be good to know if they help? Thanks Caroline

Hi Loz, your Mum will improve day by day, my daughters were very worried about me too, I was very confused. I guess your age about the same age as my daughters, they kept a diary for me to read when I got better - it helps with recovery too. Give it time and slowly she will improve. take Care Caroline

Hi Steve, welcome to a great site. I cant remember anything about the first month and even after that is a bit hazy! I was very confused and did some interesting things! when I came home after 6 weeks I had to 'learn' things again - like remembering to turn the cooker off! I was also very emotional and tearful, it will get better but takes time - everyday is a bonus! take Care Caroline

Glad to see you have found this wonderful site - it has been a tremendous help to me, my SAH was in June last year and I dont remember anything for about a month. What you are feeling is ok and many of us on here have felt the same and still do! It does get better but it is frustrating. Everyone will tell you not to do too much and rest when you can! such good advice! Look forward to hearing more from you or maybe in the chat room. Take care Caroline

Hi I too have been helped no end by my dog Max, (9 months old) we got him soon after I came out of hospital in July last year and he has been a tremmedous help to me, making me get up in the mornings and giving me a reason to go out. Look forward to hearing more from you Caroline

Welcome Penny to this great site, look forward to hearing more from you. glad to hear you are ok Caroline

Hi Angie Welcome to this great site, glad to hear you are ok, take care in your recovery. Enjoy your dogs they are a great help! Keep posting Caroline

Hi Jan My SAH was in June 2008 and I too was treated in QMC Nottingham and was coiled. i live in Leicestershire It is certainly a life changing event. I still suffer from fatigue but improving all the time. This is a fantastic site, keep posting and maybe see you in the chat room. Caroline

Welcome to this wonderful site, sorry to here about your Mum, its very early days, we are here for support so keep coming back. Caroline

So good to read your post Lauren and realise there is light at end of the tunnel, I am physically exhausted, its an effort to walk the dog but I do. I used to be fit and always up for a challenge and as you say lived life in the fast lane! I am ready to take life slower but hate the feeling of exhaustion all the time, its like recovering fro the flu day after day. I know I have to be patient and it will get better. So glad this site is hear to share experiences and the ups and downs! Caroline

Karen Have just had look at discharge notes - I had an embolisation of the Right PICA also and right VP shunt inserted Caroline

I was 52, was coiled, but not sure which artery - will find out for you when I go to docs. Caroline

Before my SAH I had a strange smell! somedays worse than others it used to really bother me. Went to the docs but all they said was that the nose was very sensitive. My taste has changed slightly, not so good as used to be, also have more sugar in drinks now. Caroline

I sleep all night from 10pm until 7am, much better than before I was ill, then I was always waking up worrying about work! or getting up and writing myself notes. I have a doze in the afternoon now for about an hour at the moment. I often feel tired. Caroline